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Skipper of the Sea Que · 03-23-2006, 07:45 PM

I am glad that HB 162 did NOT pass. Boater education and more strict enforcement of the current rules are the answers. That does not mean that I think that ANY speed is OK. My opinion is that 45/25 mph is not the problem solver. We should finish implementation of the current (or slightly modified) Boater Education Certification process and then evaluate the situation before adding more speed regulations. Maybe add a vision check as they do for a driver's license.

Everyone should boat as if the Marine Patrol is always watching us. We’ve all seen the boaters who behave well when Marine Patrol is in sight but as soon as the MP is gone, their compliance with the rules change (for instance, 150’ shrinks considerably). That’s not going to be fixed by adding 45/25 mph speed limits or by safe boating education. What will help is increased enforcement. We’ve seen similar behavior on the highways. Maybe we should think about Unmarked Marine Patrol boats.

I echo the comments of most of the above posts from those who were opposed to HB 162. I also recognize the concerns of those who were in favor of HB 162 even though I disagree with many of their perceptions. We are all entitled to our opinion and to be heard. And, in this country, you have the Right to be Wrong!

Seriously though, most everything about HB 162 has already been said. May HB 162 R.I.P.

BTW: My boat is not able to reach 45 mph.

Thank you Webmaster Don for providing (and watching over) this discussion and for the great web site.

More boater education. More enforcement of the current boating rules. Common sense, courtesy and enjoyment for all.

03-23-2006, 07:45 PM	#40
Skipper of the Sea Que Deceased Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: 1/2 way between Boston & Providence Posts: 573 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 32 Thanked 55 Times in 22 Posts	It's not how fast you go but how you go fast ! I am glad that HB 162 did NOT pass. Boater education and more strict enforcement of the current rules are the answers. That does not mean that I think that ANY speed is OK. My opinion is that 45/25 mph is not the problem solver. We should finish implementation of the current (or slightly modified) Boater Education Certification process and then evaluate the situation before adding more speed regulations. Maybe add a vision check as they do for a driver's license. Everyone should boat as if the Marine Patrol is always watching us. We’ve all seen the boaters who behave well when Marine Patrol is in sight but as soon as the MP is gone, their compliance with the rules change (for instance, 150’ shrinks considerably). That’s not going to be fixed by adding 45/25 mph speed limits or by safe boating education. What will help is increased enforcement. We’ve seen similar behavior on the highways. Maybe we should think about Unmarked Marine Patrol boats. I echo the comments of most of the above posts from those who were opposed to HB 162. I also recognize the concerns of those who were in favor of HB 162 even though I disagree with many of their perceptions. We are all entitled to our opinion and to be heard. And, in this country, you have the Right to be Wrong! Seriously though, most everything about HB 162 has already been said. May HB 162 R.I.P. BTW: My boat is not able to reach 45 mph. Thank you Webmaster Don for providing (and watching over) this discussion and for the great web site. More boater education. More enforcement of the current boating rules. Common sense, courtesy and enjoyment for all. __________________ Amateur HAM Radio What is it? You'll be surprised. When all else fails Ham Radio still works. Shriners Hospitals *providing specialized care for children regardless of ability to pay*. Find out more or refer a patient.